Achievers Early College Prep Charter School Trenton , NJ 08601
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ABOUT ACHIEVERS:
Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey's first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training. AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.
ACHIEVERS FIT:
Demonstrates alignment and commitment to Achievers Early College Prep's mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy
Adaptable in a growing environment; Is flexible and solutions-oriented
Evidence of self-motivation, taking initiatives, and willingness to be a team player
Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and notion of "I'M ALL IN!"
Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking
COMPETENCIES
We seek to build a high-performing High School and will need a leader that 100% commits themselves to the mission, doing whatever it takes to urgently and excitingly get the work done-improving student achievement. We need a leader that is extremely inspiring and has a strong radar for excellence in all aspects of their work-desiring to address the big and small challenges that will make the largest impact. This leader must be willing to engage in difficult conversations, while building the investment and shared school culture of highly effective teams. Furthermore, this leader is joyful, humble, open to feedback and nurturing to the needs of all they are leading. This leader is also confident and assured that they have the mentorship and support of their evaluator, the Chief of Academics.
Instructional Leadership
Provide exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance in preparing each student for college
Develop and communicate strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and build a plan to achieve that vision
Lead all aspects of Data-Driven Instruction (DDI), Leading Professional Development (PD) and Observation & Feedback (OF)
Implement effective assessment systems and use data to inform decisions; curriculum development and assessment and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards
Teacher Coaching & Evaluation
Oversee faculty and staff, including recruitment, evaluation, retention, and dismissal and hold primary responsibility for professional development, staff observations, curriculum development, staff communication, and program decisions
Conduct daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement
Lead faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons, reasonable and effective daily homework, and regular and productive after school tutoring
Hold teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance including requirements for special education accommodations and IEP modifications in partnership with the Special Education Coordinator.
Cultural Leadership
Build a joyful and rigorous school culture
Foster consistency in academic and behavioral expectations
Collaborate with school staff to support students' academic and socio-emotional development
Ensure that traditions and rituals that support the school's college mission are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year;
Support staff to ensure the effectiveness of after school enrichment programs
Support staff to ensure a positive, safe and structured culture of high expectations
Family Engagement
Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children's performance and correspond about school policies, trips, and events
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively
Essential Qualifications:
Relentless dedication to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school
Strong record of driving outstanding student results
Flexible and can adapt to a rapid change
Effective communication skills
Strong data analysis skills
Interest in and passion for supporting teacher growth
Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations
Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth
Strong communications skills with multiple stakeholders including teachers, students, families, and colleagues
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through
Minimum of 3 Years Experience Required as a Principal
5 years teaching and working in classrooms and coaching teachers, preferably in low-income schools and/or communities;
A Bachelor's degree
Experience as an Assistant Principal, Dean or equivalent leadership role highly preferred
Experience at a high-performing charter school is highly preferred
SKILLS:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written skills
Ability to travel (for programming, residency and development opportunities)
COMPENSATION:
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